Mega Catch MCP600 Operation Manual - Initial Set Up Instructions
Initial Set Up Instructions
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Before attempting operation of your PREMIER Trap, follow these instructions:
1. Remove the Trap from the carton.
2. Remove the box containing the Stand from the carton.
3. Assemble the Stand (see Page 7 - Stand Assembly Instructions section).
4. Remove the box marked Accessories from the base of the carton.
5. Fit the External Skirt to the outside of the Trap by sliding the skirt on from the top of the
Trap so that the opening is directly in front of the Door (see Page 12 - Fitting of External
Skirt section).
Note: Failure to position the Skirt correctly will result in a NIL mosquito catch.
6. Your PREMIER Trap has two mosquito collection methods: a dry-catch system using a
Catch Bag and a wet catch system using a Catch Container. In most circumstances the
wet-catch system offers superior catch performance to the dry-catch system. The dry-
catch system using the Catch Bag is better for mosquito species identification.
7. If you wish to catch mosquitoes using the Catch Bag, then attach the Catch Bag to the
base of the Fan inside the Trap. The Catch Bag has an elastic top to facilitate attachment
(see Page 10 - Mosquito Catching Systems section).
8. If you wish to catch mosquitoes using the wet-catch system, fill the Liquid Catch Container
two-thirds full with fresh water. Add 2 or 3 drops of liquid detergent / soap to break the
surface tension of the water. Also add 3 or 4 teaspoons of a non-diet (sugar-based) soft
drink. Then place the Liquid Catch Container in the Trap using the locating feet on its base.
9.. Remove the Mega-Catch Octenol Fragrance Strip from its pouch being careful not to
touch the exposed holes on its surface. Place the strip inside the Trap (see Page 15 -
Mega-Catch Octenol Fragrance Strip section).
Wash your hands after this procedure has been completed.